The new Blink Outdoor 4 promises to rethink home security. With improved people detection, significantly optimized motion detection and a strong battery life of up to two years, Blink, an Amazon company, wants to set new standards in smart surveillance. The weatherproof camera is aimed at users who are looking for a simple but powerful security solution for their home.
Highlights
- Improved person detection through blink chip with computer vision (subscription required)
- Up to two years battery life, with extension even up to four years
- Weatherproof design, dual-zone motion detection, Alexa compatibility
More than just an outdoor camera
The Blink Outdoor 4 stands out from its predecessor thanks to targeted further developments. At its heart is a specially developed chip that enables the new computer vision technology. This enables the camera (in conjunction with a Blink subscription) to reliably distinguish between people and other movements – ideal for avoiding unnecessary notifications. Users can specify exactly which areas of the monitored property they wish to receive notifications from.
These so-called activity zones help to reduce false alarms and draw attention to relevant events. The new dual-zone motion detection ensures that movements in two separate areas can be detected simultaneously. This makes the camera particularly flexible to use – be it at the house entrance, in the garden or in the driveway. Despite these technical refinements, the design remains compact and unobtrusive.
Durable, flexible, compatible
Another highlight is the exceptionally long battery life: according to the manufacturer, the camera lasts up to two years on just two AA batteries. If you want even more, you can use the new battery extension pack, which doubles the battery life to up to four years. This option is particularly practical for installation locations that are difficult to access and where regular battery changes would be inconvenient.
The scope of delivery includes the new Blink Sync Module Core, which can be used to connect up to ten cameras. It not only enables live viewing and storage of video clips in the cloud, but also centralized control via the Alexa platform. The “Blink SmartHome” skill can be used to display live images, receive motion notifications, set up routines and activate or deactivate systems – by voice or app.
Data protection included
Data security is a top priority at Blink: Communication between the camera and servers is encrypted and all recordings are stored on European Amazon servers. Privacy areas can be used to define which areas in the camera’s field of vision may be recorded – sensitive zones such as neighboring properties or public roads can be specifically hidden.
Conclusion: Compact innovation for smart protection
The Blink Outdoor 4 scores with a clever combination of smart technology, robust design and user-friendly integration into the smart home. Thanks to advanced person detection, flexible application options and a long battery life, it is an attractive solution for anyone who wants to reliably monitor their home – without any complicated installation. The camera is now available for € 79.99 * including Sync Module Core. The bundle with battery extension pack and four-year battery life will follow shortly for €99.99.
